PIT BITS PART 2 - Spring National, Mountain Creek Pro GRT 0

    • Christian Textor's Prototype Bulls Enduro Bike
      We officially lift the lid on the Bulls enduro prototype which has been seen floating around the internet in spy shot form already. Jump right in to get all the details - stash pocket included!
      6
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/Prototype-Enduro-Bike-from-Bulls,2687
    • We Test BikeYoke's Superlight 80mm Dropper Post
      As XC courses become more technical, dropper posts are becoming increasingly popular even with the lycra crowd. We've tested one of the latest to see what gives.
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/Seatposts,30/BikeYoke/Divine-SL,26020#product-reviews/3554
    • MANGLED! Attempting to Survive the EWS
      1
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/BANGED-UP-Surviving-the-Enduro-World-Series,2685
    • Untouchable x 2 - Enduro World Series Madeira Race Show
      7
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/photos/features/Untouchable-x-2-Enduro-World-Series-Madeira-Race-Slideshow,12379/Slideshow,0/sspomer,2
    • So Here Is Sam Hill's 29er...
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/So-Here-Is-Sam-Hills-29er-Enduro-Race-Bike,2680
    • Chris Conroy & Steve Hoogendoorn - The Inside Line
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/Yeti-Cycles-Owners-Chris-Conroy-and-Steve-Hoogendoorn-The-Inside-Line,2679
    • UNBOXING #9 - Vital Gear Club
      1
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/UNBOXING-9-Vital-Gear-Club,2678
    • Vital Reviews the New Hope EVO Crank
      Hope's versatile aluminum crankset is now both lighter and stiffer, and features a simplified spindle to crank arm interface. Jump right in to watch our video review!
      5
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/Cranks,17/Hope-Technology/EVO-Crank,25990#product-reviews/3539
    • THE SLOPPIEST! iXS Downhill Cup #2
      2
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/videos/features/THE-SLOPPIEST-DOWNHILL-iXS-Cup-2-Kranjska-Gora,36632/sspomer,2
    • PIT BITS - iXS Downhill Cup #2
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/PIT-BITS-iXS-Downhill-Cup-2,2674
    • THE SKETCHIEST ROOTS! iXS DH Cup #2 POV
      5
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/videos/features/THE-SKETCHIEST-ROOTS-iXS-DH-Cup-POV-with-Vestavik-and-Irmisch,36629/sspomer,2
    • Tested: Birzman Studio Toolbox (v2)
      Birzman has updated the tool selection featured in their biggest toolbox - jump right in to find out more and read about our experience with this faithful workshop companion.
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/Tools-Tool-Kits,77/Birzman/Studio-Tool-Box-v2,25976#product-reviews/3532
    • PIT BITS - iXS Downhill Cup #2
      7
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/PIT-BITS-iXS-Downhill-Cup-2,2674
    • Gimmick or the Real Deal? Fasst Flexx Bar Review
      We've spent over a year on Flexx bars and where do we stand? Without question, these wild-looking handlebars reduce jarring terrain feedback and enhance bike control.
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/Handlebars,38/Fasst/Flexx-Enduro,24182#product-reviews/3503
    • What Do Riders Think? Eight Stems Reviewed
      A stem is a stem, right? There's more to consider than meets the eye... Check out what Vital MTB members have to say about these popular options.
      16
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/What-Do-Riders-Think-Eight-Stems-Reviewed-by-Vital-MTB-Members,2664
    • WINNING BIKE - Martin Maes' GT Force 69er
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/WINNING-BIKE-Martin-Maes-GT-Force-69er,2683
    • Vital RAW - Maribor World Cup DH Day 2
      1
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/videos/features/VITAL-RAW-Maribor-World-Cup-DH-Day-2,36609/sspomer,2
    • PIT BITS Part 2 - Maribor World Cup Downhill
      It's a full-on techstravaganza in Maribor as we continue to scour the pits for more details on the race-ready rigs getting prepped to take on the first World Cup of 2019. Cruise the feature to take it all in, then get ready to see these pristine tires hit the dirt as practice gets underway today. Yeow!
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/PIT-BITS-Part-2-Maribor-World-Cup-Downhill,2670
    • Loic Bruni OUTSPOKEN - Episode 1
      1
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/videos/features/Loic-Bruni-Interviews-Amaury-Pierron-OUTSPOKEN-Episode-1,36598/sspomer,2
    • Maribor DH Course POV - Tahnee Seagrave & Vali Holl
      2
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/videos/features/Maribor-DH-Course-POV-with-Tahnee-Seagrave-Vali-Holl-iXS-Cup,36572/sspomer,2
    • WINNING BIKE - Tahnee Seagrave's Transition TR11
      Stealthy, dialed, fast and maybe something that sneaks past most casual observers - take a closer look at the bike that carried Tahnee Seagrave to victory in Maribor.
      5
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/WINNING-BIKE-Tahnee-Seagraves-Transition-TR11,2673
    • Vital Reviews the New Hope EVO Crank
      Hope's versatile aluminum crankset is now both lighter and stiffer, and features a simplified spindle to crank arm interface. Jump right in to watch our video review!
      5
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/Cranks,17/Hope-Technology/EVO-Crank,25990#product-reviews/3539
    • Christian Textor's Prototype Bulls Enduro Bike
      We officially lift the lid on the Bulls enduro prototype which has been seen floating around the internet in spy shot form already. Jump right in to get all the details - stash pocket included!
      6
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/Prototype-Enduro-Bike-from-Bulls,2687
    • Video Highlights from the iXS Cup
      The "World Cup Lite" in Maribor went off with a bang, and left us with this loaded highlights package to really stoke the fire for the big show this week. Yay racing!
      https://www.vitalmtb.com/videos/member/Major-Maribor-Mobbing-RUFFSTYLE-Highlights-from-the-iXS-Cup,36579/iceman2058,94
The Downhill Mashup to Get You Race Ready 3

Can you hear the start gate beeps? Can you feel the excitement? World Cup downhill is BACK for 2019 and this mashup will get you in the mood to enjoy it all properly. Boosh!

Posted by iceman2058 on 4/25/2019 12:06 AM

Spoke Tales Is Back! Team Camp NZ

The GT Factory Racing team is back together again, kicking off the season in New Zealand with a visit to Wyn's home town before hitting up Rotorua for Crankworx and the EWS.

Posted by Dylan on 4/25/2019 12:10 AM

Barry Nobles' Borrowed Bikes

A man of many talents on anything with two wheels...

Posted by Vital MTB on 4/24/2019 7:00 AM

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Brendog Using All the Instagram Tricks in a Single Post

Showing new bike, tagging #monsterenergygirls and #gameofthrones all while asking users to guess wheel size is sure to get him over that 250,000 follower hump. #solid #kardashians

Posted by sspomer on 4/24/2019 1:20 PM

Aaron Gwin Still Undecided on Bike Size for the Maribor World Cup 7

Large or XL? Rain or shine? Plenty to figure out before the clock starts ticking in Maribor.

Posted by sspomer on 4/24/2019 9:50 AM

Brook Macdonald is Ready to Race

If you're like us, you're always stoked to watch the Bulldog blaze his way down a mountain. Here's a chance to do just that, and learn a bit more about what makes him tick at the same time. Brook is ready to race and so are we!

Posted by iceman2058 on 4/24/2019 5:59 AM

Straight up Staffordshire Shreddin' with Ratboy and Sam Cofano 3

If you go down to the woods today you'll find Ratboy and Sammy nailing ruts, roosting turns and boosting everything they can.

Posted by Dylan on 4/24/2019 9:15 AM

Focus - Daily Shot 1

Eyes on the prize.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 4/24/2019 11:29 AM

CAM ZINK - The Inside Line Podcast 6

This pioneer of freeride mountain biking has turned the obstacle into the way of success.

Posted by sspomer on 4/24/2019 7:51 AM

Best Slideshow Ever - Ale di Lullo Takes Top Honors at Pro Photographer Showdown 2019

What a humbling and awe-inspiring body of work. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the craft of one of the very best in the photography game.

Posted by iceman2058 on 4/24/2019 12:03 AM

Bike of the Day: Cube Stereo 1 3

The Orange Nightmares edition.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 4/24/2019 12:01 AM

The Cannondale DH Prototype Has Two Shocks

Well here it is, the Cannondale DH prototype out in the open - and it has two shocks! Jump right in to see it in action and learn more about why it was designed this way.

Posted by iceman2058 on 4/23/2019 9:23 AM

Table Manners - Daily Shot 1

It's Tuesday, make sure the table is set.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 4/23/2019 2:06 PM

Boss Moves from El Jefe | Andreu in Utah

It says it was shot in Utah, we're just not sure if they meant Utah, Earth? Andreu is definitely an alien, that much is certain.

Posted by iceman2058 on 4/22/2019 11:01 PM

Bike of the Day: Santa Cruz 5010 10 30

The artist formerly known as Solo.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 4/23/2019 7:53 AM

Julbo Instagram Giveaway - Win Glasses AND Goggles

Julbo Eyewear is giving one lucky winner a pair of their new Aerospeed glasses and Alpha MTB Goggles. Click here for more details.

Posted by Jdub004 on 4/22/2019 10:37 AM

Kaos Seagrave Short of UCI Points for Maribor

Sadly it seems as though following last season's injuries, young gun Kaos is short of the required UCI points and will miss this week's World Cup race in Maribor. He'll have to go points hunting now to get back on tour.

Posted by iceman2058 on 4/22/2019 1:54 PM

The Syndicate Does Sea Otter (and Stuff)

It must be racing season because The Syndicate just dropped episode one of their brand new web series! Woot woot!

Posted by iceman2058 on 4/22/2019 1:44 PM

Airborne in Arkansas - Daily Shot 1

Much better than being sleepless in Seattle.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 4/22/2019 11:38 AM

What Do Riders Think? Eight Stems Reviewed by Vital MTB Members 16

A stem is a stem, right? There's more to consider than meets the eye... Check out what Vital MTB members have to say about these popular options.

Posted by bturman on 4/22/2019 4:19 PM

Who is Marine Cabirou? 1

The first round of the World Cup is less than a week away so it's the perfect time to find out more about Scott Factory Racing's elite female rider Marine Cabirou.

Posted by Dylan on 4/22/2019 5:30 AM

Bike of the Day: Dartmoor Two6Player 2 10

Clean as a whistle!

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Posted by iceman2058 on 4/22/2019 5:38 AM

Major Maribor Mobbing | Video Highlights from the iXS Cup

The "World Cup Lite" in Maribor went off with a bang, and left us with this loaded highlights package to really stoke the fire for the big show this week. Yay racing!

Posted by iceman2058 on 4/22/2019 5:20 AM

FINAL RESULTS - Maribor iXS Downhill Cup 6

A glimpse into the future perhaps?

Posted by sspomer on 4/21/2019 7:28 AM

Win a Rad Bike for a Great Cause

Kyle Warner has put together a fundraiser for those impacted by the Camp Fire in Northern California last year. 75% of the proceeds will go to paying for group and family therapy sessions and 25% will go to buying bikes for kids who want to join the high school mountain bike team.

Posted by sspomer on 4/21/2019 10:38 AM

Hill Drops In - Daily Shot 1

Sam Hill on a DH bike never gets old - Crankworx Garbanzo 2018.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 4/21/2019 11:01 AM

RACE GALLERY - iXS Downhill Cup, Maribor 7

A primer for the big leagues awaits.

Posted by sspomer on 4/21/2019 8:20 PM

No Brakes, No Brains - Deathgrip Challenge Part 2 with Brendog, Olly, and Blake 2

They're back at it again - and this time the brakes are off the bikes! Will they survive???

Posted by iceman2058 on 4/21/2019 5:01 AM

In The Flow - Andrew Neethling 2

Whilst the snow is slowly receding in the Northern Hemisphere, it's dry and dusty in South Africa. Perfect conditions for hometown hero Andrew Neethling to drift turns and boost jumps.

Posted by Dylan on 4/21/2019 12:51 AM

Bike of the Day: Pivot Phoenix Carbon 3 8

Those yellow Deemax wheels sure do bring back memories!

Presented by All Mountain Style. Add your ride to our Bike Check section!

Posted by iceman2058 on 4/21/2019 12:31 AM

RESULTS: Qualifying, Maribor iXS Downhill Cup 9

Top 5 within 1 second of each other while plenty of top-level racers sit this one out before the big show next week. (Now updated with full results).

Posted by sspomer on 4/20/2019 9:52 AM

PIT BITS - iXS Downhill Cup Maribor 17

Let the games begin!!!

Posted by sspomer on 4/19/2019 3:38 PM

Laying It Over - Daily Shot 1

Turning is fun.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 4/20/2019 12:28 PM

Maribor DH Course POV with Tahnee Seagrave & Vali Holl - iXS Cup 2

The sickest track with the sickest women riders. #perfection

Posted by sspomer on 4/19/2019 2:59 PM

Bike of the Day: Canyon Sender 2 7

German DH weapon with a touch of Swedish squish.

Presented by All Mountain Style. Add your ride to our Bike Check section!

Posted by iceman2058 on 4/20/2019 4:34 AM

Peaty's Maintenance Products at Sea Otter

Peaty has skills on the bike and puts the love back into the bike with his line of maintenance products.

Posted by sspomer on 4/19/2019 11:22 AM

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